Installation And Setup - Xaoc Devices MOSKWA II Operator's Manual

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Moskwa II [ˈmɔskfa] is an eight-step sequencer
generating two kinds of signals: gate/trigger
and CV. Designed with live sequence program-
ming in mind, Moskwa II takes inspiration from
classic analog sequencers and greatly expands
on their functionality surpassing our original
Moskwa rotosequencer, while retaining the
same size, basic panel structure, and operation
principles.
At the core of the module is an eight-step CV se-
quencer and a parallel eight-step gate/trigger
sequencer. Together these sequencers provide
the single pair of CV and gate/trigger signals
necessary to play looped eight-note musical
phrases typical of old-school analog sequenc-
ers. These two signals (CV and gate/trigger)
can be used separately to trigger different
events in your system and modulate any param-
eters expecting CV (e.g. in the available bipolar
mode). The CV can be modified by the built-in
quantizer and slew limiter. The tempo of the
sequence is set by an internal or external clock
which allows for synchronization with other
fig. 1: possible sequence step structure example
clock signal
step on/off
pattern gate
cv level
1 2
step: on, step: on,
pattern: eight steps, pattern: three steps,
div mode, gate: half mult mode, gate: half,
glide eefect: slew
limiter active on step
modules in the system. The incoming clock rate
can be internally divided or multiplied.
In addition to these basic functions, Moskwa
II offers more unique, advanced features, such
as eight independent gate/trigger pattern
generators (one for each step of the sequence).
You can treat them like a sequencer within the
sequencer offering eight microsteps for each
main sequence step. This allows for program-
ming complex gate/trigger rhythmic patterns
(e.g. step repeat, additional pauses, microtim-
ing, or swing effect). Moskwa II features two
independent randomization sections that give
the user advanced control over the optional
chaotic/random change of various sequence
parameters. Topping it all off, Moskwa II can
store eight presets to be loaded at any time.
All these unique functions allow Moskwa II to
generate longer and more complex sequences
than those produced by traditional sequencers.
INSTALLATION & SETUP
The module requires 20hp worth of free space
in the Eurorack cabinet. Always turn the pow-
er off before plugging the module into the bus
2
3
step: off